Daily Current Affairs
16 May 2026 · 10 questions
Sikkim Statehood Day 2026 was celebrated on May 16, marking how many years of statehood in India?
Correct Answer: C. 51 years
Sikkim Statehood Day is celebrated on May 16 every year — marking 51 years of statehood in 2026, since the state was formed in 1975. The Himalayan state became the 22nd state of India through the 36th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1975. Before becoming a state, Sikkim was a protectorate of India. Gangtok is the capital. Sikkim is famous for being India's first fully organic state (declared in 2016).
India won 27 medals at the Asian Boxing U15 Championships 2026. How many of these were Gold medals?
Correct Answer: A. 9 Gold medals
India delivered an exceptional performance at the Asian Boxing U15 Championships 2026, finishing with 27 total medals — including 9 Gold medals. The U-15 girls category alone contributed 7 Gold medals — making India the top finisher in that category. This achievement reflects the emergence of young Indian boxing talent on the international stage. The Asian Boxing U15 Championships is organised by the Asian Boxing Confederation.
Rajasthan's first semiconductor manufacturing cluster was inaugurated by CM Bhajan Lal Sharma in which city?
Correct Answer: D. Bhiwadi
Rajasthan's first semiconductor manufacturing cluster was inaugurated by CM Bhajan Lal Sharma in Bhiwadi. He described it as a significant milestone in the state's industrial journey. Bhiwadi is located in Alwar district of Rajasthan, very close to the Delhi NCR border, and is one of India's emerging industrial hubs. The launch is part of India's Semiconductor Mission (ISM) — driving India's semiconductor and electronics manufacturing ambitions.
The Centre launched the ₹189.79 crore Ginger Mission for which northeastern state?
Correct Answer: B. Mizoram
The Centre launched the ₹189.79 crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to transform Mizo ginger into a globally recognised premium agricultural product. The mission is backed by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DONER). It focuses on better farmer earnings, modern processing infrastructure, export readiness, and international branding. Mizoram is one of India's major ginger producers, especially the Mizo Bird's-Eye and other indigenous varieties.
India successfully concluded the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in Mumbai. This event focuses on which sector?
Correct Answer: C. Natural diamond sector
India concluded the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in Mumbai under India's chairship. The event was led by Union Minister Piyush Goyal and focused on enhancing transparency, governance, and trust in the natural diamond sector. The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) was established in 2003 to prevent 'conflict diamonds' (blood diamonds) from entering the mainstream rough diamond market. It has 85+ countries as participants.
India's first satellite-tagged Ganges softshell turtle was released in which national park on Endangered Species Day?
Correct Answer: A. Kaziranga National Park
India's first satellite-tagged Ganges softshell turtle was released in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, Assam, on Endangered Species Day (3rd Friday of May). The initiative aims to track the movement and habitat of this rare species. The Ganges softshell turtle (Nilssonia gangetica) is a freshwater species found in major rivers of the Indian subcontinent and is listed as 'Endangered' under the IUCN Red List. Kaziranga is famous for one-horned rhinos.
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) relaxed annuity exit rules under which pension system?
Correct Answer: D. National Pension System (NPS)
PFRDA eased the exit rules of annuity under the National Pension System (NPS). The revised framework allows limited surrender of annuity plans in specific hardship cases — especially for retirees dealing with critical medical emergencies or holding older annuity policies. PFRDA was established in 2003 and made statutory in 2013 under the PFRDA Act. NPS is a market-linked, defined contribution retirement scheme for all citizens including private sector employees.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched 'Project Saksham' in collaboration with which organisation?
Correct Answer: B. Vertis Foundation
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched 'Project Saksham' in collaboration with Vertis Foundation. The initiative is a skill development programme aimed at empowering rural women through skill development and employment opportunities. It supports NHAI's broader vision of inclusive development. NHAI is the apex body under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways responsible for development of national highways.
IITM Pune launched a dedicated startup incubation centre focused on weather and climate innovation. What does IITM stand for here?
Correct Answer: C. Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology
IITM here stands for Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology — based in Pune. IITM Pune launched a startup incubation centre focused on weather and climate innovation. The inauguration was held alongside the Weather and Climate Innovation Meet for Startups and Entrepreneurs (WISE 2026). IITM Pune is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Earth Sciences and is one of India's premier centres for atmospheric and climate research.
US President Donald Trump visited which country for high-level talks that ended with positive statements but no major agreements?
Correct Answer: A. China
US President Donald Trump visited China for high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Both sides described the summit as 'very successful' but did not confirm any major agreements between the two countries. The Trump-Xi Meeting was marked by talks on trade, technology, and global geopolitical issues. The US and China are the world's two largest economies and have had escalating trade and technology tensions in recent years.